BTN Episode 28, 2026 - Behind the News

AI Update 🤖 Justina breaks down the biggest AI news from the school holidays, from a Medicare data hack to fears about humanity's future. AI Q&A 💬 An AI expert gives her opinion on some big questions from young Aussies, like who made AI and whether it should have rights. Squishies Safety 🧸 Sas explains why these super-satisfying toys have made headlines and how to play with them safely. 2026 Nobel Prize 🏅 Jack reveals this year's Nobel winners and shares the fascinating history behind the famous prizes. FIFA Kid ⚽ Meet 15-year-old Mark from Darwin, who's representing Australia at the first-ever FIFA U-15 World Cup in Azerbaijan. BTN Story Page + Teacher Resources https://www.abc.net.au/btn/classroom/btn-episode-28-2026/107258118 __________________________________________ Subscribe https://www.youtube.com/behindthenews?sub_confirmation=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@behindthenewstv Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abcbtn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindthenews/ For the past 55 years, Behind the News has been helping to break down current issues and events for young people all around the world. The program is a high-energy, fun way for people to learn about the stories we see in the news while providing background information that isn’t usually given by other news bulletins. #ABCbtn